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What is the main consequence of plastic pollution in oceans? (2023)
What is the main consequence of plastic pollution in oceans? (2023)
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What is the main consequence of plastic pollution in oceans? (2023)
Increased fish populations
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Marine life entanglement
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Plastic pollution in oceans leads to entanglement and ingestion by marine life, causing injury and death to various species.
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Plastic pollution in oceans leads to entanglement and ingestion by marine life, causing injury and death to various species.
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Step 1: Understand that plastic pollution means plastic waste is found in the ocean.
Step 2: Recognize that marine life includes animals like fish, turtles, and birds that live in or near the ocean.
Step 3: Learn that marine animals can get caught in plastic waste, which is called entanglement.
Step 4: Realize that some marine animals might eat plastic, thinking it is food, which is called ingestion.
Step 5: Understand that both entanglement and ingestion can cause serious injuries or even death to these animals.
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